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What is the prostate? Mr Ben Eddy, Consultant Urological Surgeon at One Ashford Hospital discusses the prostate, its function, and signs and symptoms that should be investigated further. The prostate is a small organ weighing around 18g and measuring 3 x 4 cm situated deep in the male pelvis. It is typically described…
Breast reduction surgery can help women of all ages to overcome the discomfort caused by large and heavy breasts. The procedure involves the surgical removal of breast fat, glandular tissue and skin, under general anaesthetic and usually involves a 1-2 night stay in hospital to recover. The objective of breast reduction surgery is to…
Has your GP recently referred you for an Endoscopy and you are unsure what it is? It may seem like a scary prospect as you won’t know exactly what to expect, but this article will help to explain what an endoscopy involves and leave you feeling more comfortable about your upcoming procedure. What…
What is Osteoarthritis and what are the symptoms in the foot? The bones on either side of the joints in the foot are lined with cartilage. If this lining becomes damaged it can lead to arthritis. Degenerative changes in the joints of the foot are rarely primary arthritis and usually result from trauma to…
What is Rhinosinusitis? Inflammation of the nose, nasal lining and sinuses is called rhinosinusitis. Rhinosinusitis is diagnosed when at least two symptoms are present. One symptom must be nasal obstruction, blockage, congestion or nasal discharge (either from the front of the nose or down the back of the throat) with or without loss of…
Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Mr Rohit Jain explains more on nStride and its effectiveness in treating knee osteoarthritis. A treatment gap currently exists when considering solutions for osteoarthritic pain. There are only a few well researched and clinically proven treatment options between conservative care and the more invasive implant solutions that can relieve the…
What is a Colposcopy? A Colposcopy is a simple gynaecological procedure performed to investigate certain symptoms you may be experiencing, or following an abnormal smear test result. It essentially takes a closer look at your cervix, vagina and vulva to look for signs of disease. Typical symptoms where a colposcopy would be used include:…
One Ashford’s Summer 2021 patient newsletter is now available! Featuring information about our range of services, patient feedback, detailed explanations of Globus (Lump in the Throat) and Blepharoplasty, and much more! Download the newsletter via the link below: Summer Newsletter 2021
Blepharoplasty, or eye lift or eyelid surgery is a cosmetic procedure that tightens the skin around the eyes. It aims to reduce the signs of ageing by solving problems such as hooded upper eyelids, wrinkles and crow’s feet around the eyes, along with the sagging look under the eyes that many people develop as…
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